The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is a high-end option ideal for intense tasks like gaming, 3D modeling, or engineering software, offering strong performance and a robust build but with less portability due to its size and likely shorter battery life. On the other hand, the Gateway 15.6" is more budget-friendly, providing sufficient functionality for general use and better portability, but it may lag in demanding tasks and offer a less vivid display. Consider how you plan to use the laptop and whether the performance of the ASUS justifies the higher price compared to the Gateway's value. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024)
Very good for general use
Excellent for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 15.6"
Good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.7/10
7.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for general use, while the Gateway 15.6" is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 offers a more powerful CPU and more RAM, which translates to faster performance and smoother multitasking, along with a superior screen quality that enhances the visual experience, but it's less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to the Gateway 15.6". The Gateway, while offering adequate performance for everyday tasks and benefiting from longer battery life and easier portability, has lower screen quality and less power under the hood, making it less optimal for intensive tasks but still a solid choice for general use.
Gaming and AI
8.7/10
6.0/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 15.6" is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a high-end GPU and a fast screen refresh rate, making it excellent for gaming and 3D rendering, while the Gateway 15.6" has a less powerful GPU and lower refresh rate, which is why it's fair for those tasks, even though it might still handle general use effectively. The Gateway's CPU and screen quality are decent for everyday tasks, but for the best gaming and 3D experience, the ASUS's superior hardware makes a noticeable difference.
Engineering and Design
9.2/10
6.2/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is excellent for engineering and design, while the Gateway 15.6" is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 comes with a powerful CPU, ample RAM, and a high-quality GPU which, alongside a superior screen, make it an excellent choice for demanding engineering tasks that require robust performance and detailed visuals. In contrast, the Gateway 15.6" has modest specifications in comparison, making it fair for such tasks but offering greater portability and potentially lower operating noise for everyday use and non-intensive engineering applications.
Content Creation
8.8/10
7.0/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for content creation, while the Gateway 15.6" is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
8.5/10
6.7/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for software development, while the Gateway 15.6" is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
8.7/10
6.1/10
18.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the Gateway 15.6" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS ROG Strix G18's superior resolution and brightness provide a sharp and vivid display, making it ideal for browsing and media consumption, while the Gateway's average resolution and brightness offer a more basic but still serviceable visual experience. In engineering and design tasks, the ASUS stands out with its wide color gamut ensuring accurate color representation which is crucial for detailed work, whereas the Gateway might not display colors with the same precision and depth. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the ASUS's lower refresh rate can result in less fluid motion compared to gaming-optimized screens, a trade-off for its high-quality display in other domains.
Portability
Poor
Good
18.0in
SIZE
15.6in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.8 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gateway 15.6" has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
5.1/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has good build quality, while the Gateway 15.6" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,203
$380
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has a price of $2,203 and the Gateway 15.6" costs $380.
"With the ROG Strix G18, Asus has made an almost consistently good debut in the still quite new 18-inch laptop segment. The base unit case shows a few signs of weakness in the area of stability and is something which has an effect on the perceived quality of the input devices (the chassis tends to rattle a bit). Nevertheless, thanks to generous port features (incl. Thunderbolt 4), a striking design, and extensive lighting (keyboard, LED strip on the front), gamers get a fitting gaming platform."
"Some concessions have to be made when shopping for a budget laptop. Walmart's Gateway Ultra Slim laptops succeeds on the affordability front and delivers serviceable specs and good battery life, though it's hard to claim it's the best (or even particularly good) at any particular aspect. Its build quality, especially the touchpad, is mediocre, and its performance is decent but doesn't lead the way. The Gateway does undercut the cost of some competitors and offers ample storage with good connectivity, so it's not to be ignored."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
About Gateway
Gateway is a laptop and tablet brand owned by Acer which sells budget-friendly laptops exclusively through Walmart. It was previously an American computer company until its acquisition by Acer in 2007, who then revived the brand in 2020. Gateway laptops are manufactured by Chinese company Shenzhen Bmorn Technology, which also makes EVOO-branded models.
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